Here is the process of victory for those who share the gospel of the kingdom in the world: 1. Recognize how Satan destroys unbelievers2. Know that people refuse repentance even after a third of mankind killed3. Meditate on God's word4. Recognize God's control to protect and empower to witnesses to perform miracles and share testimonies5. Worship God knowing earthly kingdoms will become His kingdom to reign foreverRecognize How Satan Destroys Unbelievers The fifth angel sounded his trumpet and John saw a star fallen from the sky given the key to the shaft of the Abyss. After opening it, smoke came out like from a gigantic furnace, which darkened the sun and sky. Locusts came down and stung like scorpions for five months those without the seal of God on their foreheads. People sought death because of the agony. The locusts looked like horses prepared for battle with faces like human ones, teeth like lions and breastplates like iron whose king was the Destroyer angel (Rev. 9:1-11). Recognize how Satan destroys those without God's seal.Know That People Still Refuse Repentance Even After Killing a Third of MankindTwo other woes were yet to pass. The sixth angel blew his trumpet and a voice came from the horns of the golden altar before God to release the four angels and two hundred million troops. The horses' heads resembled lions' heads and out of their mouths came fire, smoke and sulfur to kill a third of mankind. The rest of mankind not killed by the plagues did not repent of the work of their hands, murders, magic arts, sexual immorality or thefts. They continued worshiping demons and idols of gold, silver, bronze, stone and wood that could not see, hear or walk (Rev. 9:12-21). Know that people still refuse repentance even after God allows demonic power kill a third of mankind.

Meditate on God's Word and Share Gospel of KingdomA mighty angel came down from heaven robed in a cloud with a rainbow above his head, face like the sun and legs like fiery pillars. He held a small scroll planting his right foot on the sea and left one on the land. John heard the voices of seven thunders, but a voice from heaven said to seal up what was said and do not write it down. The angel said the mystery of God would be accomplished as He announced to the His prophets after the seventh angel sounded his trumpet. The angel told John to eat the scroll as it would turn his stomach sour, but be sweet as honey in his mouth. He was told to prophesy again about many peoples, nations, languages and kings (Rev. 10:1-11). Meditate on God's word and share gospel of kingdom to the world.Recognize God's Control to Protect and Empower Witnesses to Perform Miracles and Share TestimoniesJohn measured God's temple and the altar. He counted the worshipers there, but not the outer court given to Gentiles. They trampled the holy city 42 months. He empowered His two witnesses to prophesy for 1,260 days in sackcloth. Two olive trees and two lampstands stood before the Lord. He protected them from harm, gave the witnesses power to stop rain while prophesying, turned the waters into blood and struck the earth with every kind of plague anytime they wanted. When they finished their testimony, the beast came up from the Abyss and killed them. Their bodies laid in Jerusalem where their Lord was crucified. The earth celebrated by sending gifts because the two prophets tormented those on earth. Three and a half days after their death, God brought them to life and raised them to heaven in a cloud while their enemies watched. An earthquake killed 7,000 people and collapsed a tenth of the city, but the survivors gave glory to God (Rev. 11:1-14). Recognize God's control to protect and empower His witnesses to perform miracles and share testimonies.Worship God Knowing Earthly Kingdoms Will Become His Kingdom to Reign ForeverThe seventh angel sounded his trumpet and a loud heavenly voice said the kingdom of the world became the kingdom of their Lord and His Christ to reign forever. The 24 elders seated on their thrones before God fell on their faces and worshiped God giving thanks to the Lord God Almighty who is and who was because they took His great power and began to reign. The nations were angry as His wrath came to judge the dead, rewarded His servants the prophets and those who reverenced His name and destroyed those who destroyed the earth. God's temple in heaven was opened to see the ark of His covenant (Rev. 11:15-19). Worship God knowing earthly kingdoms will become His kingdom to reign forever.Be assured of victory in sharing the gospel of the kingdom in the world when you recognize how Satan destroys unbelievers and they refuse repentance even after a third of mankind are killed. Meditate on God's word and recognize His control to protect and empower to witnesses to perform miracles and share testimonies. Worship God knowing earthly kingdoms will become His kingdom to reign forever.

"The Christian faith is meant to be lived moment by moment. It isn't some broad, general outline--it's a long walk with a real Person. Details count: passing thoughts, small sacrifices, a few encouraging words, little acts of kindness, brief victories over nagging sins" (Joni Eareckson Tada).Paul shared his faith so he could refresh others. Sharing his faith allowed him to understand every good thing he possessed in Christ. Then he could consider others' interests more important than his.

Paul wrote to Philemon, his friend and fellow worker, Apphia his sister, Archippus, his fellow soldier, and the church that met in their home. He thanked God remembering them in his prayers, hearing about their faith in Christ and love for all believers. Paul prayed that they be active in sharing their faith to have a full understanding of every good thing in Christ. Their love gave him great joy and encouragement because Philemon refreshed the hearts of believers (Philemon 1-7). Share your faith for a full understanding of every good thing in Christ so you can refresh others.He appealed with love on behalf of Onesimus who became a Christian while Paul was a prisoner. Onesimus was now useful, but even dearer to Philemon. Paul desired to keep Onesimus as he could take Philemon's place in helping him while chained for the gospel. Paul wanted Philemon's consent to send him back so any favor was spontaneous and not forced. Onesimus might have been separated from Philemon so he could come back as a brother in Christ, not a slave (Philemon 8-16). Consider others' interests more important than yours while seeking their benefit.Paul asked Philemon to welcome Onesimus as a partner. Paul wrote that he would pay whatever Philemon owed, but desired that Philemon refresh his heart in Christ. Paul was confident concerning Philemon's obedience knowing he would do more than what was asked (Philemon 17-21). Think the best of others so you can minister beyond their expectations.Paul hoped to be restored in answer to Philemon's prayers so asked for a guest room. Epaphras, his fellow prisoner, sent greetings along with his fellow workers, Mark, Aristarchus, Demas and Luke. Paul asked that the grace of Jesus be with Philemon's spirit (Philemon 22-25). Take the initiative in restoring relationships as you trust in the prayers of others.The benefits of actively sharing your faith: 1. Understand every thing possessed in Christ2. Refresh the hearts of others3. Consider others' interests more important than yours 4. Seek the benefit of others5. Think the best of others so you can minister beyond their expectations6. Take the initiative in restoring relationships7. Trust in the prayers of others

"Every one of them can be a witness for Christ, not only with his lips but by his whole life. Every Christian ought to be a living martyr, who lives for the sake of his Master" (Sadhu Sundar Singh). Paul is a great example of living as a martyr for Christ. Whatever happened, he maximized the opportunities to share the gospel with others.

Paul told the Council that he lived with a good conscience before God. When the high priest Ananias commanded Paul to be struck on the mouth, Paul said that act violated the Law. He cried out to the Council that he was a Pharisee on trial for the "hope and resurrection of the dead!" after realizing he was being tried by both Sadducees and Pharisees. Sadducees believed in no resurrection and the Pharisees determined there was nothing wrong with Paul as dissension increased (Acts 23:1-10). Be wise as serpent and innocent as a dove as you boldly proclaim the gospel.On the night following, the Lord said to Paul that he should witness courageously at Rome as he did in Jerusalem (Acts 23:11). Follow God's leading where and when to share the gospel.More than 40 Jews conspired to kill Paul. His nephew warned him of the plot and the commander wrote a letter to Felix the governor to have Paul moved to Caesarea so accusers could bring charges before him (Acts 23:12-35). People seek to harm those who boldly share the gospel.After five days, the high priest Ananias, elders and an attorney named Tertullus brought charges against Paul. Tertullus said he was a real pest stirring dissension among Jews throughout the world who tried to desecrate the temple (Acts 24:1-9). People accuse those of stirring dissension who boldly share the gospel.Paul said he did not cause a riot and his accusers could not prove their charges. He admitted that he served the God of his fathers according to the Way they called a sect, believing everything in the Law and Prophets concerning a resurrection of both the righteous and wicked. He maintained a blameless conscience before God and men being on trial for the resurrection of the dead (Acts 24:10-21). Believe God's word with a blameless conscience as you continue sharing God's word boldly.Felix kept him in custody and allowed friends to minister to Paul. Felix's wife heard Paul speak about faith in Christ Jesus. Felix became frightened when Paul discussed righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come. Felix conversed with Paul frequently. After two years, Felix was succeeded by Festus and left Paul imprisoned to do the Jews a favor (Acts 24:22-27). God opens doors to share the gospel with people of influence.

Are you wise in your sharing of the gospel?Do you follow God's lead in sharing the gospel? Are you unconcerned about the consequences when you share the gospel? Do you believe God's word with a clear conscience? Do you see God open doors for the gospel?

My goal is to ignite the hearts of people by explaining God's word in the Law, Prophets, Psalms and New Testament consecutively, much like the experience of the two disciples on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24:32,44). I have been a missionary in Lincoln, NE, for 13 years with Christ For the City Int. and Sync with God.

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